Kaart van het hertogdom Brabant 1638

This detailed map, "Kaart van het hertogdom Brabant" (Map of the Duchy of Brabant), dates from 1638 and was created by an anonymous artist. It depicts the historical Duchy of Brabant, a region encompassing parts of modern-day Belgium and the Netherlands. The intricate lines and lettering reveal the geographical features and settlements of the region, offering a glimpse into its political landscape in the 17th century. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the evolution of cartography, a crucial discipline for understanding past landscapes and societies.